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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Stand Against a Military Ban

A federal judge has stepped in to halt a new policy that would prevent transgender individuals from serving in the U. S. military. Judge Ana Reyes made this decision after hearing arguments from transgender service members and those hoping to enlist. She temporarily blocked the policy, giving the Ju

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

FTC Shake-Up: A Power Move by the White House

The White House made a bold move on Tuesday. It decided to remove two members of the Federal Trade Commission. These two, Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya, are both Democrats. The FTC is a key player in keeping an eye on businesses. It makes sure they follow the rules and do not abuse their

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Fragile Peace Shattered: What's Next?

The quiet in Gaza has been interrupted. The Israeli government has launched a fresh wave of intense airstrikes. The prime minister of Israel announced that the country is back to full-scale combat against Hamas. This is a significant development, as it suggests that efforts for a lasting peace migh

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

How Ethiopia's Domestic Violence Policies Fall Short

Ethiopia has agreed to many international and regional rules to stop violence against women. Yet, many women in the country still face domestic violence. There is not much information on how these rules are put into action or the problems that come up. A recent study looked into the challenges of st

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

Trump's Global Moves: A Closer Look

The world is watching as Trump takes bold steps on the global stage. Let's dive into what's happening and why it matters. The Ukraine conflict is a hot topic right now. Trump is set to talk with Putin, and there's talk about splitting up parts of Ukraine that Russia has taken over. Some people

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

Gaza Under Fire: The Fragile Peace Shattered

The recent escalation in Gaza has left many wondering what went wrong. Israel's airstrikes, which killed over 400 Palestinians, mostly women and children, have shattered the fragile ceasefire that had been in place since January. The strikes were ordered by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

A Moment That Shaped Supreme Court History

In 1987, a seemingly simple question had a big impact on the future of the Supreme Court. It was September 19, and Robert Bork was in the hot seat. He had spent five long days testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The committee had even called a special Saturday meeting for a final round

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Why Did Israel Break the Gaza Truce?

The fragile peace between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, which had only been in place for two months, has been shattered. Israel launched airstrikes on Gaza, raising questions about the timing and reasons behind this escalation. The Israeli government has provided various explanations for this sudden shi

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Germany's Budget Breakthrough: A New Era of Spending?

Germany's political landscape is buzzing with a recent vote. The Bundestag has approved a significant change to the country's debt rules. This move is set to reshape how Germany handles its finances. The Greens, CDU/CSU, and SPD joined forces to make this happen. It was a surprising turn of events,

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

JFK Files: What's the Big Deal?

A massive collection of documents, around 80, 000 in total, about the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy is set to go public. These files have been under lock and key for decades, and their release has been a hot topic for a while. It was only recently that the exact timing of this rel

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